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Old 08-12-2014 | 07:22 PM
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The Intermediate sequence was interesting to see the first time. The first section looks almost identical on paper, but thinking a little more about it I think it's a pretty decent sequence: added a roll in the half square loop, so the (now round) loop from top has an inverted entry/exit. And there is a significant increase of vertical rolling maneuvers which I think is good.

I will miss the 'square loop on corner' - maybe it's just me but I personally found that to be one of the tougher maneuvers:
Between the positioning of the entire maneuver (so the bottom radius is actually centered), and the challenges of flying 4 corners with each entry/exit in a different (non horizontal) attitude, I think it requires a good skill set and concentration and offers good potential for developing us intermediate pilots. It will be great to hear some others' perspectives though - I imagine everyone has their own challenging maneuver?

So, I suggest making #12 a Square Loop On Corner in Intermediate, rather than just a square loop. There is a half loop before and a humpty with options after so there's no risk of getting too cramped. It is a down wind maneuver - maybe more challenging to initiate properly but I don't think that should be too much of an issue.

I know it's hard to please everyone but I think the committee does a great job at coming up with the new sequences. Last year we had that poll and discussion about what the intent is for each class and I thought each sequence seemed to address the purpose fairly well (granted most of it is theoretical since I don't fly the upper level stuff, but I tried to imagine it). I know that I don't do a whole lot and yet have a new and fun challenge to try to master every 2 years. So, thanks!!

It must be passed my bed time

Last edited by Jetdesign; 08-12-2014 at 07:27 PM.